Rev. Dr. C.T. Vivian with Parks Middle Scholars.
Special Education Lead Teacher Kamau Mason, student Kevin Griffin, Rev. Dr. C.T. Vivian and Media Specialist Yashica Green.
February 1st marked the first day of Black History Month. A bit of history also occurred at College and Career Day at W. L. Parks Middle School. The College and Career Day focused on exposing students to the many post-secondary opportunities available to them and how critical it is to prepare for these opportunities now. Over 30 College and Career Day participants shared their enthusiasm, dedication and expertise from their trade school, alma mater or career. This year, we were privileged to have individuals representing various colleges and technical schools, as well as a living legend in the person of Rev. Dr. C. T. Vivian. Dr. Vivian is known as one of Dr. Martin Luther King’s closest friends and faithful lieutenants during the Civil Rights Movement. He shared his stories of discrimination, racism as well as stories of determination and triumph. His soft voice but strong spirit engaged our students from beginning to end. It was indeed a joy to have Dr. Vivian grace us with his presence.
Mr. Charles King, IT Consultant, Florida A & M Alumnus and President of the Atlanta Alumni Chapter for FAMU.
Mechelle Matthews with the Atlanta Falcons Physical Therapy Centers, Atlanta.
Students also had the opportunity to meet Mr. Wilkerson from The Georgia Driving Academy. As a senior instructor for the GDA, Mr. Wilkerson brought an actual truck cab to Parks which hitches to 18 wheeler trucks. Students were able to make real world connections while he demonstrated what he discussed.
Mr. Charles King, an IT Consultant and businessman, was another dynamic presenter who spoke with passion and excitement about his profession and alma mater, Florida A & M University. Mr. King was able to capture our students by expressing the critical need for innovative and out of the box thinkers who also meet minimum requirements and training to be tomorrow’s trendsetters. His passion was evident and contagious.
Parks MS had a dynamic and informative College and Career Day that truly was an eye-opening and impressionable experience for our students. We are grateful for all our participants and know that their presentations have sparked our students towards greatness and success.
written by Latarsha Mills-McKie Ed.S Guidance Counselor, Parks Middle School Â
Rev. Dr. C.T. Vivian imparts life lessons and wisdom to Parks Scholars.
Mr. Vann Wilkerson from the Georgia Driving Academy.
Mr. Jackie Miller, Southwest Representative for Milo’s Sweet Tea.
